... Module Code: BU7205 Module Title: Managing Human Capital Level: 7 (MBA 2) NAME: MD JAHED HOSSAN STUDENT ID: 1326892 MODULE TUTOR: David Hall/Rajendra Kumar SUBMISSION DATE 23rd JUNE 2014 Table of Contents Introduction 4 Literature Review: 5 Human Capital strategy 7 Critical analysis: 9 Conclusion 14 Recommendations 15 Reference 17 Introduction Human capital is established of awareness, proficiencies, capability, and aptitude and prospective than an employee has in order to undertake the objectives of the organization. The most important impartial of a company is classified the Human capital. (Heckman, 2004). A high-quality of Human capital have to more qualified to review the entail endowment for an organization and they must recruit the right talent at right time within minimum cost by using formulating their strategy in away that guides them. The business that has been taken into explanation for considerate the HR strategies and it affiliation with organization strategy is Wal-Mart. The most popular retail chain in America is Wal-Mart. It resides of warehouse and discount departmental stories. It measured being prime chain of stores in the world according to Fortune 500.In 1962,Sam Walton was originator of Wal-Mart and it was enumerated in1972 and also in 1969 it was incorporated. The United States, the headquarter of Wal-Mart and it is known as leading grocery store in the...
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...of Contents Introduction2 Wal-Mart’s resources2 Tangible resources2 Intangible resources3 Human resource3 Wal-Mart’s capabilities4 Distribution4 Corporate function4 Operation4 Management Information4 Marketing5 Competitive advantages5 Knowledge management5 Distribution network5 Relationships strategy with suppliers and associates6 Financial management6 International operation6 Conclusion7 References list7 Introduction This project will analyze resources and capabilities of Wal-Mart and the linkage between two strands. According to Wal-Mart’s case, it can be divided Wal-Mart’s resources into three main types of resource: tangible, intangible, and human resources. Moreover, thanks to its resources, Wal-Mart’s capabilities comprises of distribution, operation, management information, marketing, and corporate function. If linkage between resources and capabilities can be indicated and understood, it enables Wal-Mart to produce many competitive advantages: knowledge management, distribution network, partnerships, and financial management. Through those advantages, Wal-Mart creates some strategies for the growth of its operation line within United State or extending over the world. Wal-Mart’s resources Tangible resources In terms of financial resources, the company has established in discount retailing format and become the largest and most profitable retailer in the world. It has been developing rapidly, as result; Wal-Mart produces much profit to reinvest...
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...Title of Assignment Globalization and HRM Strategies Name Professor’s Name Dr. Danielle Camacho Course Title BUS 325 Date 01/31/2014 Globalization and HRM Strategies Walmart-Multinational Enterprise Introduction Multinational enterprises must always consider several subjects. In addition, to the background and goals of the company, other factors such as the international business strategy, and the impact of globalization, cultures, and labor markets on human resource management function must also be addressed. There are also international human resource management functions that can be improved upon to better the productivity and competiveness of the multinational enterprise. The multinational enterprise that I have chosen to research and examine is Wal-Mart. A brief description of the enterprise Wal-Mart is considered to be the world’s third largest public corporation. It is family owned by the Walton family. Founded by Sam Walton in 1962, it is headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. In the 1980s, Wal-Mart continued to grow rapidly and by its twenty-fifth anniversary, there were over a thousand stores. In 2005, Wal-Mart had over six thousand stores around the world and employed over one million associates. As, the largest grocery retailer, Wal-Mart has over eight thousand stores in fifteen names under fifty-five different names. Wal-Mart is currently estimated to save families over two thousand dollars per year within the United States...
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...Wal-Mart, an Organizational Analysis Kenneth Russell Strayer University Dr. Mary Tranquillo Bus. 310 November 6, 2012 Wal-Mart, an Organizational Analysis Introduction I will thoroughly discuss in detail the operation of Wal-Mart, the company’s strategies, legal concerns and various challenges the company faces. In addition, I will address any current (or anticipated) human resource issues concerning the expanding into the international market and make recommendations on how the organization can leverage its human resources to come out on top in a highly competitive market. Wal-Mart, an Organizational Analysis Describe the nature of the organization, its size, and any specific human resource challenges it faces. One of the most recognized retail chains around the world, Wal-Mart is an American public multinational corporation running chains of large discount and warehouse stores. Considered the largest public corporation when ranked by revenue, Wal-Mart boasts a staggering 2 million employees worldwide with approximately 1.4 million in the United States. (Wal-Mart, 2012). Wal-Mart is known for their brand of low prices and high volume which dominates the retail market. Wal-Mart’s mission statement and slogan sums it up in one simple phrase: “We save people money, so they can live better”. Wal-Mart’s idea and strategy is targeted at offering consumers a variety of name brand goods at competitive prices. Wal-Mart has over 10, 300 retail stores in 27 countries...
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...Activities of Value Chain in Wal-Mart Wal-Mart is one of the leading Fortune 500 companies, which is spread across the globe. It is perhaps the largest retail chain which deals with everything from food to consumer electronics. In terms of the revenue generated, it leads the fortune 500 companies like GE and Microsoft. Simply put, it has everything a homemaker can ever think of. Affordable price range coupled with aggressive online and market strategy has led to wide acceptance for Wal-Mart in towns and cities alike. Wal-Mart is probably the only largest fortune 500 corporations in the world, which directly services the common man. The major point is that all of these activities have to be in sync in order for the value chain to operate effectively. The support activities is not bound to any of the primary activities, but is supposed to serve them, the first step in analyze of intern resources is to identify how the company’s different activities makes the foundation for its competition strategy. Supportive Activities: 1. Firm Infrastructure: There are 2485 Wal-Mart stores all over the world. This includes 682 Supercentres, 457 Sam’s Clubs, 5 Wal-Mart Neighbourhood Markets and 1007 units of Wal-Mart International. Wal-Mart serves over 100 million customers weekly worldwide. There are 1035000 associates, and the company is America’s largest private employer. Wal-Mart is run from a national headquarter. The headquarter takes care of orders, and every local store has to report...
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...Business Strategy and Operating Environment Veronica A. Todd Strayer University Dr. Sheila Monjeau Letica BUS530- Human Resource Management October 27, 2009 There are many definitions for corporate strategy, but the one that would apply to our discussion regarding Wal-mart’s operating environment is: Approach to the future that involves (1) examination of the current and anticipated factors associated with customers and competitors (external environment) and the firm itself (internal environment), (2) envisioning a new or effective role for the firm in a creative manner, and (3) aligning practices, and resources to realize that vision. (BusinessDictionary, 2009, para.1) The Human Resource Department plays a vital role in any company’s operation, not just in the every day hiring and firing of employees, but in the planning and implementation of new ventures/expansion for the company. Discussion Wal-Mart has built their success in utilizing the Cost Leadership Strategy. This operating strategy has been proven to be successful for Wal-Mart because the Wal-Mart customer feels that they are getting their money’s worth for the product they purchased. Wal-Mart has built their business around three simple beliefs and values “(1) Respect for the individual (2) Service to our Customers (3) striving for excellence”. (Wal-mart Stores, Inc.2009, para.1) To accomplish this, the Human Resource department is vital to Wal-Mart’s success because of its internal and external...
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..... 12 QUESTION 03 ................................................................................................................................... 14 QUESTION 04 ................................................................................................................................... 16 CONCLUSION....................................................................................................................................... 18 P a g e 1 | 19 CASE STUDY 10 | SHRM EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The compilation of this report is to fulfill the requirement of a case study which is assigned with the tenth modular examination – Strategic Human Resource of PQHRM (stage 11) in the Institute Of Personal Management, Sri Lanka. Here, the main purpose of the case study is to examine one of the key result areas of Human...
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...human resourse strategy of University of Salford Salford Business School Course: MSC Management Module title: Human Resource Management TITLE OF ASSIGNMENT: Human Resouce Strategy of Wal-Mart inc Name: Agbasimelo E. Ifeanyi Roll no: @00316215 Instructed by: Abdoulie SALLAH Table of Contents Table of Contents (This page) ------------------------------------------------------------------------2 1.0 Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------------------3 2.0 Wal-Mart Human resource strategy ------------------------------------------------------------------------4 2.1 Recruitment and selection ------------------------------------------------------------------------4 2.2 Training and development ------------------------------------------------------------------------6 2.3 Employee motivation and Reward / benefits ---------------------------------------------------------7 2.3.1 Financial benefits ------------------------------------------------------------------------8 2.3.2 Health and awareness benefits ------------------------------------------------------------------------8 2.4 Performance management -------------------------...
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...1. Business-level Strategy Walmart uses a combination strategy of cost leadership and differentiation. They provide a wider variety of products and services with the same or better quality at a price that is cheaper than their competitors can provide. Walmart concentrates on finding ways to lower their costs by constantly rethinking how to complete their primary and support activities to reduce costs still further while maintaining competitive levels of differentiation. Their successful supply chain management is an important way helping them to implement the cost leadership strategy. They has effective inbound logistics by using just-in-time inventory. And they have cut costs from outbound logistics by creating better fuel efficiency in their trucks, getting more pallets on a load, and decreasing empty miles driven by their trucks (Dess, 2012). Walmart also reduces costs by buying in large blocks. Technology plays a key role in Walmart’s supply chain too, it allows Walmart to accurately forecast demand, track and predict inventory levels, create highly efficient transportation routes, and manage customer relationships and service response logistics (Walmart's Keys to Successful Supply Chain Management, 2013). In conclusion, Walmart's successful overall cost leadership/differentiation strategy leads to high entry barriers for competitors. • Corporate-level Strategy The major reason behind the success of Walmart lies in the fact that the company believes and concentrates...
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...2014 Strategic Human Resources Management GB520-01N Wal-Mart Case Study Contents Introduction 3 Background 3 Summary 3 Exploring Answers 4 The Secret Formula 4 The Issues 5 Recommendations 7 Conclusion 7 Introduction The purpose of this analysis is to examine domestic Human Resource strategies in contrast to International Human Resource strategies. One goal of globalization is to be able to do business across borders without stress. Similarly, as companies grow customer bases, it is important to have strategic business units in areas local to the customer base. It is what is required to successfully build a successful global presence. This analysis will attempt to highlight potential issues faced by Walmart when they opened up for business in China in 1996. This analysis will also provide a set of recommendations that may have helped to avert the issues that Wal-Mart faced. Background Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. started when Sam Walton set out on an ambitious mission to have a store with the lowest prices anytime, anywhere. In 1962 Sam Walton opened the very first Wal-Mart in Rogers, Arkansas. By 1967, they owned 24 stores and continued to rapid expanding. In 1983, they added to their portfolio by starting a wholesale/bulk retailer called “Sam’s Club” and by 1988, they started a hybrid of general merchandise stores and supermarkets and aptly called them “Super Centers.” In 1990 Wal-Mart became USA’s number-one retailer. In 1991, Wal-Mart opened its first...
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...Unit 6 Case Analysis Wal-Mart Stores: “Everyday Low Prices” in China GB520-14M Strategic Human Resource Management Introduction The following paper analyzes the Wal-Mart case study regarding the position of their stores in China. It also provides a thorough examination of the struggles faced by the organization to secure their position of their stores in China through an HRM perspective, as well as a set of recommendation. Wal-Mart’s strategies to retain and attract customers are based on a set of fundamental premises envisioned by its founder Sam Walton. These premises are: to provide excellent customer service to its clients, make every effort to attain excellence at all levels, and to always respect the individuals. To accomplish these goals Sam Walton established a rule for its organization, the 10 foot rule, in which every employee is expected to engage with every customer that they find within a 10 feet distance with the purposes of providing assistance with their purchases and provide the best possible customer service experience. The analysis of this case study attempts to point out and explain the challenges experience by Wal-Mart in China and to provide a series of possible recommendations for the organization to overcome such challenges. The goal is to provide them a series of strategies for the organization that will allow it to successfully compete in this market. Analysis of the Situation and Pending Decision Problem Wal-Mart’s founder strongly believed...
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...Executive Summary At the beginning of 2009, Wal-Mart top management faces the question of whether the same strategy that it has been adopting in the past can be used to maintain the company’s remarkable performance and growth in the next decade. In the last 10 years, Wal-Mart has achieved strong and constant growth in sales and net income. It has maintained the leading position in the U.S. discount retail industry and has become the largest retailer in the world. With the maturity of the industry, coupled with the intense competition from rivalry companies, maintaining the current level of high performance becomes very challenging. The Porter’s Five Forces analysis reveals that the competition among rivals is the driving force of the industry, in which price is the most critical factor. The value chain analysis and resource based view analysis show that Wal-Mart has been very successful in implementing the strategy as the low-cost leader by inculcating cost efficiency in its corporate culture, management style, and operations. It has been the pioneer in adopting cutting edge technology to streamline its supply chain, and to understand and respond timely to customer demand. Wal-Mart has developed many strengths that help guard its leading position and open door to many opportunities for expanding the business. However, it also faces threats from growing too big and in many areas, which makes it vulnerable to losing control, weakened cooperation...
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...Assignment: Development and Training Paper (Week 3) MGT/431 - HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Instructor: Lori Gardner Wal-mart associates go through an in-depth orientation that lets them know what it means to be part of the Wal-mart family. This begins with a “business simulation” that places new associates in the role of the customer. The simulation exercise helps associates understand customer expectations and what they can do to meet and exceed those expectations. They need to possess good public relations, knowledge of tools, cashier, technologies, and leadership. Employees need to know about industry trends, industry rules and regulations. Employees need to know about the sales process to make effective sales to target customers. We here at Wal Mart the employees want the employees to know about sales process to make an effective sales to target customers. We have varies training such as communication skills, presentation skills, and executive coaching. A college degree combined with public relations experience, usually gained through an internship, is considered excellent preparation for public relations work; in fact, internships are becoming vital to obtaining employment. Colleges offer at least one course in this field. Public relations includes courses in public relations principles and techniques; public relations management and administration, including organizational development; writing, emphasizing news releases, proposals, annual reports...
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...variables must first be examined. The internal environment is an organizational analysis of a company’s strengths and weakness. Understanding strength and weakness will allow a company to determine the opportunities they can take advantage of. The internal environment consists of structure, culture, and resources. Gathering information is the first process in strategic planning. It allows a firm to create value, and sustain a competitive advantage. Firms measure their strategic effectiveness by using measurement guidelines. This paper will examine the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of Wal-Mart, the world’s biggest retailer. Wal-Mart Wal-Mart is a multinational retail chain headquartered in the Bentonville, Arkansas. The company was founded by business man Sam Walton in 1962. It quickly grew and by 1967 Walton owned 24 stores doing $12.7 million in sales. Today Wal-Mart is the third largest company in the world, employs over two million employees, and has over 8,900 locations worldwide. The firm is one of the most valuable companies in the world. Wal-Mart creates a competitive advantage by using a cost leadership strategy. Cost leadership is a strategy used by businesses to create a low cost of operation within their niche....
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...Human Resources and a Successful Global Presence 10/8/13 GB520-04NA: Strategic Human Resource Management Human Resources and a Successful Global Presence Question: What are the HR Strategies that management must undertake and support to create a successful global presence to insure the success of an organization in meeting its goals and mission? Increasingly, American businesses are achieving a global presence. This opens new marketing opportunities for their products, while at the same time requires that they keep pace with their industry competitors. This also allows them to acquire ownership or foreign based organizations or subsidiaries. Along with these expansion opportunities, their Human Resources capabilities become more and more critical to the success of these companies. There are cultural differences that must be taken into account, various laws and regulations that vary from country to country, as well as social mores that cannot be breached if one wishes to succeed with the working populations and foreign management. It is important to train Human Resources employees in the cultural differences they will encounter as they begin working internationally, as well as the differences in the way Human Resources is perceived. Labor laws differ from country to country, and human resource personnel must be able to learn the differences quickly so that business can move forward. It is important to select the right person for the job of managing Human Resources...
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